Code
Name/Description
Credits
COMM 127
Fundamental Communication Skills
2
You will use fundamental employability skills related to obtaining and keeping a job. You will apply skills to work effectively with others and produce job-related documents. You will identify employability and practical skills to prepare effective job search materials and discuss the effect of attitudes and behaviours on a successful job search.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Equivalent Course(s): COMM 106, COMM 127A, COMM 187, COMM 191, COMM 193, JOBS 190, PROF 100, TCOM 102, TCOM 105, TCOM 120, TCOM 140
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Online - Individual, Print Distance Individual, Prior Learning, Work Based Delivery
COMP 172
Introduction to Microsoft Word and Excel
1
You will learn the purpose and uses of a word processor and electronic spreadsheet. You will develop the basic skills of creating, editing and formatting documents and spreadsheets.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Equivalent Course(s): COAP 120, COAP 172, COAP 381, COMP 120
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Print Distance Group, Prior Learning
EQPT 103
Fabrication Equipment
4
You will safely use and maintain portable hand tools and stationary power equipment.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning, Work Based Delivery
INDG 100
Introduction to Indigenous Studies
1
You will receive an introduction to the Indigenous cultural groups within Saskatchewan. You will learn about the colonization of Indigenous peoples by the Canadian state. Your studies will help you discuss current issues and explore possible solutions.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
MATH 169
Trade Mathematics
2
You will learn mathematical concepts commonly used in your trade. After reviewing basic arithmetic and basic equations, you will solve various algebra problems as applied to your trade. You will perform Imperial and Metric conversions, and calculate the perimeter, area and volume of many common shapes, as well as use Pythagorean theorem.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Equivalent Course(s): MATH 125, MATH 187
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
METL 100
Metallurgy and Heat Treatment of Metals
2
You will study the physical, chemical and mechanical properties of commonly used metals in the welding trade. You will study the processes of steel making. You will apply the techniques involved in heat treating metals. You will examine the classification systems used for metal identification.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online - Individual, Prior Learning
You will apply the skills learned in drawing interpretation to sketch oblique, isometric, and orthographic drawings of three-dimensional objects.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
PRNT 107
Drawing Interpretation and Welding Symbols
2
In this course you will be introduced to various technical drawings that are used in the construction and manufacturing industries. You will study the proper terminology and components of drawings. In this course students will be introduced to common structural, piping, vessel drawings and terminology. You will be introduced to weld joint design and welding symbol.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
PRNT 108
Introduction to Computer Aided Design
2
In this course you will be introduced to computer aided drawing methods used in the fabrication and welding industries. You will use computer assisted drawing software to draw parts and develop both two-and three-dimensional parts and assemblies.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Prerequisites(s): PRNT 106(concurrent), PRNT 107(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
You will complete a welding project using the appropriate sequences of a job plan to fabricate, assemble and complete your project.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Equivalent Course(s): PROJ 180
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online, Online - Individual, Prior Learning
You will study the principles, components and benefits of a quality assurance program.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online, Online - Individual, Prior Learning
Your studies will focus on general safety as it applies to the welding trade. You will learn about firefighting equipment, organize a shop for safe welding operation and safely transport and store welding supplies. You will also learn basic rigging techniques. You will study the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and be introduced to Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Equivalent Course(s): SFTY 114
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 144
Oxy-Fuel Processes Theory
1
You will develop the knowledge required to select, set up, operate and maintain oxy-fuel welding (OFW) equipment.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 145
Oxy-Fuel Processes Shop
2
You will set up and use oxy-fuel equipment to weld, braze and solder.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 149
Canadian Welding Bureau W47.1 Welder Qualification
3
You will complete the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) welder qualification W47.1 assessments using the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) processes for the flat groove-fillet (1GF) assessment.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 166
Oxy Fuel and Thermal Cutting Theory
1
You will develop the knowledge required to select, set up, operate, and maintain oxyfuel cutting, plasma arc cutting and air carbon arc cutting equipment.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 167
Oxy Fuel and Thermal Cutting Shop
3
You will use freehand and guided methods for cutting mild steel. You will perform straight cuts, bevel cuts and pierce holes in the plate. You will use a guide to do straight cuts, bevel cuts and cut circles from plate. You will perform plasma arc cutting and gouging, as well as air carbon arc gouging.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 168
Wire Feed Processes Theory
1
You will develop the knowledge required to safely select, setup and maintain power supply components, electrodes, flux, and shielding gases.
Credit Units: 1
Course Hours: 15.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 169
Wire Feed Processes Shop 1
4
You will setup and use wire feed equipment to weld mild steel with hard wire, flux cored, and metal cored wire. You will weld aluminum fillet welds.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 170
Wire Feed Processes Shop 2
4
You will weld flat and vertical up on 3/8 mild steel V-groove butt joints, and weld around structural shapes using solid and flux cored wire in the flat position.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): WLDR 169(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 171
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Theory
2
You will be introduced to the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process and study the types of power sources, electrical characteristics of welding circuits, and mild steel and low alloy electrodes.
Credit Units: 2
Course Hours: 30.0
Equivalent Course(s): WELD 107
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Theory, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 172
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Shop 1
4
You will develop your welding skills in the flat position and the horizontal positions.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Equivalent Course(s): WELD 108
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 173
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Shop 2
3
You will perform horizontal multi-pass and vertical downhill welds using various electrodes.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): WLDR 172(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 174
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Shop 3
3
You will perform vertical welds with the uphill progression using E7018 electrodes. You will assemble and weld a weldment for carbon arc cutting – air (CAC-A) exercise.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): WLDR 173(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 175
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Shop 4
3
You will be introduced to open root welding. You will practice the preparation, assembly, and welding of open root v-groove weldments in the flat position.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): WLDR 174(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 176
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Shop 5
3
You will perform the preparation, assembly, and welding of open root v-groove weldments in the horizontal position.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Prerequisites(s): WLDR 174(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 177
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Shop 6
4
You will perform the preparation, assembly, and welding of open root v-groove weldments in the vertical position. You will perform welding in the overhead position.
Credit Units: 4
Course Hours: 60.0
Prerequisites(s): WLDR 174(concurrent)
Potential Learning Method(s): Lab/Practical, Online, Prior Learning
WLDR 178
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
3
You will set-up and adjust Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) equipment required for welding mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum. You will examine the types of electrodes, shielding gases and electrical current types used in the GTAW process. You will weld mil steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
Credit Units: 3
Course Hours: 45.0
Potential Learning Method(s): Independent Study, Lecture/Lab, Online, Prior Learning
Total semester credits: 68
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